Man Beats Rooster, Faces Charges: Cops | Illinois PatchPM

Here are the stories trending across Illinois on Tuesday night.

Man Beats Rooster Outside Grocery Store: Police

Police say he "made statements indicating the rooster was his pet and that he was training it to fight. He later recanted, indicating that he was attempting to train the animal to defend itself".>>Read More.

Masked Home Invaders Hold Resident At Gunpoint In Suburbs: Cops

The resident told police that the men had arrived in a black Acura RDX SUV, with one posing as a delivery driver to gain access to the home. Once inside, the group of men held the resident at gunpoint and demanded specific items from the home, according to police.>>Read More.

Man Dies After Being Pushed Down Stairs At Bar: Police

"We are closing our doors to the public for the next couple of days while giving staff time to grieve and provide access to mental health support to those who may need it," the bar said.>>Read More.

Suspect Hits Police Officer With Car Before Fleeing Retail Theft: Cops

When police tried to arrest the suspect, he resisted and "used a vehicle to strike one of the responding officers before fleeing the scene," officials said.>>Read More.

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